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CHEM 3110-Inorganic Chemistry
Chapter 2 Problem Set
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Complete the following problems/questions. You can feel free to consult your peers as well as
your notes and textbook. However, I would recommend that you initially try these on your own to
best evaluate your understanding of the material. When the exam comes around, you should
return to these problems to be sure that you can do them on your own. Of course, feel free to see
me if you are having any difficulties. The problems go in rough order of what we cover in class,
so I would encourage you to complete the problems as we talk about the material in class. (50
pts) The problem set is due the class period that follows the period in which we complete
Chapter 2.
1) Between Li2+ and He+, in which ion would it be easier to promote the electron from n = I
ton = 2? Explain. (3 pts)
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